How to Get Rid of Moldy Smell in Auto AC Vents
When your car air vents have a musty, moldy smell when they blow air it typically indicates a problem with the drain pan hose of you car's air conditioning unit. This hose can develop a clog from time to time and when that clog isn't promptly cleared odors will develop because the water cannot empty from the drain pan and it become stagnate. Fortunately, this problem can be remedied in a few simple steps.
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Instructions
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Unclog debris from A/C drain hose. The drain hose is typically found under your car. If you don't know how to do this have an experienced auto mechanic take care of this for you.
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Spay an air vent odor treatment into you car's outdoor air intake vent. The spray will help kill bacteria and fungus. However, it may take a few days to work
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Clean your air vents in the interior of your car. Wipe the down with a wet rag and a few drops of a mild dish soap.
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Dry air vents with a clean lint-free rag. Spray vents with a disinfectant spray.
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Turn your car on. Close air vents. Shut the doors and roll up your windows. Run the air for 15 to 20 minutes.
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Tips & Warnings
It may take 24-48 hours to get rid of moldy smells.
The entire process may need to be repeated in two weeks to completely get rid of residual mold.
References
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